38 Jay St, Newark, NJ 07103
OFF MARKET

38 Jay St
Newark, NJ 07103

University Heights
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 2,302 sqft

$464,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,432/mo*
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$464,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,432/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
2,302 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School7 High Schools
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Description

This single-family home is located at 38 Jay St, Newark, NJ. 38 Jay St is in the University Heights neighborhood in Newark, NJ and in ZIP code 07103. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 2,302 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 2949 sqft and was built in 1919.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Cooling only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 38 Jay St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Other
Interior Details
Ceiling Fan

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking Space: 1Parking: Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2949 sqft

Price History for 38 Jay St

DatePriceEventSource
11/17/2022$310,000Sold
N/A
01/23/2004$155,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Newark

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$453K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.7%
1.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
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Available listings
241
1MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,102
Assessment$152,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 38 Jay St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
351 New St, Newark, NJ
0.26
Single-Family Home
$300,000
02/06/26
6
5
2,480
96 Sussex Ave, Newark, NJ
0.20
Single-Family Home
$260,000
12/01/25
4
-
2,680
36 1/2 Hecker St, Newark, NJ
0.11
Single-Family Home
$300,000
01/21/26
3
2
-
150 Fairmount Ave, Newark, NJ
0.70
Single-Family Home
$491,000
12/31/25
4
2
2,600
141 Clifton Ave, Newark, NJ
0.51
Single-Family Home
$490,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,250
38 Duryea St, Newark, NJ
0.15
Single-Family Home
$155,000
10/17/25
3
1
-
79 Crane St, Newark, NJ
0.47
Single-Family Home
$450,000
02/27/26
3
2
-
32 N 6Th St, Newark, NJ
0.53
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/05/25
5
1
-
308 Orange St, Newark, NJ
0.09
Single-Family Home
$631,000
10/14/25
-
2,478
238 N 6Th St, Newark, NJ
0.67
Single-Family Home
$380,000
03/27/26
3
1
-

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Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 38 Jay St.
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Neighborhood Overview

University Heights
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What Locals Say about University Heights

At least 117 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 39 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 38 % Say it's quiet

  • 34 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 21 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Salazya Clark
    "It’s Friendly and to Quiet and peaceful . But the area needs The garbage taking out and cut there grass"
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  • Christian Winbush
    "It’s a college area with college students and quiet area to live in for a family. I also love the schools for children at the Essex County College. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is diverse and vibrant and just teps away from the College District, The Newark Museum, NJPAC and a busy downtown."
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  • Trulia User
    "Honestly I don’t have any opinions on this subject!! I have a cat I fell as tho the neighborhood is peaceful and safe!!!"
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  • Javia M.
    "We have a lot of places to go and hang out at with friends and family, museums, great music and food . "
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  • Sakina H. C.
    "There’s a beautiful park right in front of my house. Shop rite is close by. Rutgers university hospital is very close which is also my husband’s work place. There’s a huge police building right next to the park. "
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  • Marino C.
    "The neighborhood looks out for each other it’s a very family oriented place to live and raise children"
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  • Imthenachoman
    "Love living here. Schools aren’t great but everything else is. Great connectivity. Safe. Friendly. Wonderful neighbors. "
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  • Mlj973
    "I work in NYC this area is great for commuters like me. There is access with in walking distance to the light rail, and 2 or 3 bus lines from both Newark Penn Station and Newark Broad Street. As well Uber isn’t costly from Newark Penn. "
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  • Ms. Star
    "Society Hill is the main community and their events are limited to homeowners and residents. I wouldn’t live anywhere else in this area but in Society Hill. The rent is high but it’s worth it. "
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  • Khari S.
    "I drive into Manhattan early morning, normally 35 minutes. Coming back is an hour and fifteen. I've tried public transit but I find it unrelieved and too expensive given the quality of several. "
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  • Delaneyhellman
    "There aren’t community events but there is a community pool and tennis courts. They offered free tennis lessons at some point "
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  • Imthenachoman
    "Folks are friendly and the streets inside the community are clean and well lit. the 24x7 patrolling security vehicles provide reassurance about safety and security within the community."
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  • Leny 0.
    "good neigbors, quite, look good, clean. secure, near transportación good tráfic, near stores, supermarket, bodegas "
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  • Narold A.
    "This home is super close and convenient to the city. We love living here. This a great place to live be we would recommend"
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  • Leny 0.
    "the friends good neighboors, is quiet and secure, the childrens can play outside and schools and daycare near to me"
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  • pennyhon
    "live for 6 yrs. finished dental school, totally safe. private patrol. swimming pool and clb house. release tension"
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38 Jay St, Newark, NJ 07103 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2,302 sqft single-family home built in 1919. 38 Jay St is located in University Heights, Newark. This property is not currently available for sale. 38 Jay St was last sold on Nov 17, 2022 for $310,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 38 Jay St is $464,900.